Culture and Cuicine in Canada

Culture and Cuicine in Canada

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Canadian Culture: The Northern Mosaic

Canada is one of two countries located in North America and is the second largest country in the world. It is situated just north of the United States and constitutes the northern part of the country, excluding Alaska. Over the years Canada 's culture has been influenced by European culture and traditions, mainly that of the French and British. Canadian culture has also been influenced by the countries ' first people, the Aboriginals, as well as the newer immigrated population (Wikipedia, 2007). Canada consists of ten provinces and three northern territories, almost all of which are "rich in land and natural resources" (Bailey, par. 2). Canada is often referred to as a mosaic community because there…show more content…

"A trend in Canada has witnessed a Celtic revival which saw many Maritime musicians and songs rise to prominence" (Wikipedia, 2007, par.9). Many of the Maritimes cultural activities can be traced back to rural resource based economies of fishing, forestry, coal mining, and farming. Atlantic fishing is by far the largest industry on the East Coast. Nova Scotia and Newfoundland are the dominant provinces contributing to the fishing industry. According to the Canadian Fisheries Annual Statistical Review (1980), there are approximately eighty thousand fishermen and fish-processing plant workers involved in the Atlantic fishing industry which makes up three quarters of Canada 's total fish revenue (as cited in Natural Resources in Canada, 1985). A few of these provinces also rely on their fertile land for growing such items as potatoes, strawberries, blueberries, apples and a variety of other small fruits and vegetables (Farming in Canada, 1989). Although many people from this region find a higher quality of life in the Atlantic area, Iain Wallace (2001) explains that much of the younger crowds migrate to other, more prosperous, areas of the country. The last region that will be focused on is the Northern Territories; which includes the Northwest Territories, Yukon, and the newest territory, Nunavut. There are many different languages spoken in this region, and many of them have

Canada’s media industries have played a huge role in the Canadian culture. The Canadian culture has integrated with other countries forming a successful globalization. Many countries including the United States have contributed to the success in Canada’s media industries. The success of globalization between all of the countries was predicted by Marshall McLuhan and ever since his prediction, the world can be depicted as a global village. The global village can be viewed as a tool, a tool that is…

hockey is our game. It may not be our official sport, like lacrosse is, but hockey is what Canada seems to be most well-known for, and it continues to have immense influence on our free society, with its unique style and attraction. We invented it, we had the best players, and have so many cultural ties between the game and the people. Hockey has had and still has an incredible influence on Canadian culture.
Canadians are hockey crazy. The people love the ever-changing game, and the land and the…

Canadian Political Culture, in a nation- state context, can be break down as beliefs and attitudes that Canadian have of political objects( Jackson, Politics in Canada.1994).
The majority of Canadians normally hold similar political notion that, unlike firm beliefs that varies in due time, are more widespread and are considered as the base for political culture. It is these values and attitudes that Canadian citizens share that compose the heart of Canada nation state political culture system. The political…

due to the fact that Canada has been unable to address Quebec’s constitutional concerns. Much of the ongoing debate addresses if the Constitution should recognize the francophone population of Quebec as a separate nation or a distinct society, with a separate laid out set of different characteristics and needs from the rest of the provinces in Canada . An important question should be how Canada can best acknowledge, preserve, protect and defend Quebec’s language and culture. The central debate of…

Canada as a nation has been striving to characterize itself as more ?Canadian? for decades. This has included numerous struggles and events such as protests, bans, and the creation of the Massey Commission, to encourage national development in the arts, and support major companies like the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) and National Film Board (NFB). However, this has not been an easy task for the Canadian government, as major influences from below the border (the United States) have been…

First Nations of Canada
ANT 231.002
Rachael Moore
10/28/2015
Stephen F Austin State University
First Nations of Canada
Introduction to the First Nations of Canada’s culture
“The First Nations people are the status and non-status “Indian” or indigenous people in Canada” (Aboriginal, 2012). Thirty-two million people residing in Canada are indigenous or aboriginal. Currently there are “617 different First Nation bands with half being status Indians, 30 percent Metis, 15 percent unregistered…

Beginning at the time of the Confederation, Canada has worked towards defining its own identity. Slowly, but surely, Canada has built the foundations for its path to prominence. From a colony of Great Britain, to the country it is today, Canada has achieved much on the long road to a unique Canadian identity. Whether it be through external or internal affairs, Canada’s people have endeavoured to instill the feeling of nationalism deep inside the hearts of both the present and future generations.…

different ways. Globalization has had a positive impact on Canada. The Canadian economy has grown, international conflicts are becoming less prevalent, Canadian tourism has increased, Canadians have seen an unprecedented rate of cultural integration, even the life expectancy of Canadian citizens is due in part to the effects of Globalization. Canada has benefited greatly due to Globalization and this phenomenon will continue to impact Canada for the rest of time, until the world reaches the state of…

Since 1867, Canada has been attempting to become its own independent nation. Canada has been trying to achieve its freedom from external control and influence from the United Kingdom, and be rewarded with the right of self-government. Canadian leaders and heroes have been persistent on proving that Canada is capable of growing up and separating from its mother country, Britain. This sovereignty could bring Canada many opportunities, which she would have never come close to, as a colony of the British…

fundamental culture of power have increased dramatically over
the last few decades. In the political spectrum power can be seen as authority held by a variety of
individuals that constitutionalize a governing society. In Canada this power is divided into various
separate branches of political institutions. The handling of power and distinction of these roles is
determined through foundations that include the Legislative branch, the executive branch, the
bureaucracy, and judiciary branch. Canada is a…